Material Handler

Material Handler / Plant Operator

Location: Odessa, TX
Industry: Oil & Gas / Drilling Fluids
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $18.00 – $28.00 per hour, based on experience

Job Summary

The Material Handler (Plant Operator) is responsible for mixing drilling fluids, handling materials, and maintaining plant and warehouse operations. This role supports daily production, shipping, and receiving activities in an oilfield environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Mix drilling fluids according to written instructions
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment
• Strap, stage, and secure product for shipment
• Maintain accurate records of product volumes, loads shipped, and loads received
• Assist with inventory tracking and documentation
• Keep the plant, warehouse, and yard areas clean and organized
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment

Qualifications

• Prior warehouse, plant, or oilfield experience preferred
• Forklift experience required (certification a plus)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in West Texas conditions
• Basic math and record-keeping skills
• Dependable, safety-minded, and able to follow instructions

Work Environment

• Industrial plant setting
• Exposure to dust, chemicals, and outdoor weather
• Overtime as needed based on operational demand